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Keratex Hoof Hardener
Keratex Equine Hoofcare
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As riders and online shoppers, we know it can be tough to buy a new bridle or pair of boots without trying them on. That's why we moved the fitting room to your living room (or barn)! From breeches to blankets, if you or your horse can try it on, you can return it, free! Just request a return with a FREE SmartPak return label from your Order History within 60 days of the purchase date. And of course, please make sure the item is in like-new condition with original packaging (we said 'fitting room', not 'war room'!).
Why We Love This
Keratex Hoof Hardener strengthens weak, worn and cracked hooves by improving the molecular structure of the horn itself. The gentle acting chemical formulation forms additional intermolecular bonds between molecules of keratin through the process of cross-linking, producing a tougher, stronger horn structure. Keratin is the main protein constituent of horn and is best described as the building block of the horn structure.
Apply to lower half of hoof and sole, avoiding coronary band and frog. Use daily for one week then twice weekly for general hoof maintenance. If the hoof has been treated with any oils or greases over the past three months, degrease the hoof thoroughly with acetone before applying Keratex Hoof Hardener. Do not use any oils or greases while using Keratex Hoof Hardener.
Made in the UK.Due to federal regulations, we are unable to offer expedited shipping, or ship to Alaska and Hawaii for this product. Please note this item may ship separately from your order. We sincerely apologize for any inconvenience.
Favorite Features
- Strengthens, hardens, and protects hooves.
- Equally effective in wet & dry conditions.
- Prevents the horn from taking in excess moisture, making it resistant to softening and weakening in wet conditions. This results in a reduction in shoe loss and abscesses.
- Keratex Hoof Hardener is not an oil or resin layer and does not seal the hoof.
- Keratex Hoof Hardener will ensure the treated hoof is able to breathe naturally so the moisture balance is properly maintained.
- Should also be applied to the sole of the hoof to prevent bruising.
- Includes brush for application.
- Great for use on both shod and unshod horses because of its hardening and strengthening effect.
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As riders and online shoppers, we know it can be tough to buy a new bridle or pair of boots without trying them on. That's why we moved the fitting room to your living room (or barn)! From breeches to blankets, if you or your horse can try it on, you can return it, free! Just request a return with a FREE SmartPak return label from your Order History within 60 days of the purchase date. And of course, please make sure the item is in like-new condition with original packaging (we said 'fitting room', not 'war room'!).
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We love our products and we're happy to take them back - even custom items. We'll happily take back everything from engraved halters to personalized jackets - even embroidered blankets that have been worn (minus the manure, please). But there are a few things we have to restrict returns on (silly federal regulations).
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Health regulations require that undergarments (including bras) need to be in new condition (tags and packages intact) in order to be returned. (Even if it wasn't required, do you really want to shop from a store that takes back used undergarments?!)
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As riders, we know what a big investment a saddle is. That's why we're proud to offer the best Test Ride program in the business. You can keep our Test Ride saddles risk-free for five days, to really make sure you like the fit and the feel. We know that to truly try a saddle, you have to really ride in it. So go ahead and girth it up. Forget about wrapping your stirrup leathers. Try it with or without a saddle pad. Basically, treat it like you already bought it, so you can make sure you really want to. Because when you buy a saddle from us, we want to make sure you love it. Of course, we want our other customers to love their new saddles, too.
That's why we have a Test Ride option for each saddle we carry - so that all of the other saddles can stay in pristine condition, waiting for their new owners. For this reason, if you purchase a saddle outside the Test Ride program, it's still eligible for return, but must be free from any marks or damage.
So that's it. Seriously. Those are all of our "rules." Well, except the most important one - treating our customers the way we want to be treated. So if you have any questions or if there is anything we can do, please call us at 1-800-461-8898 or email CustomerCare@SmartPak.com. We are always happy to help.
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Keratex Hoof Hardener is rated
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Rated 5 out of
5
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kmb444 from
Great Hoof Hardener!
My paint gelding’s feet fell apart this spring, and as a result, he wasn’t able to hold shoes for more than a week. I pulled his shoes, started him on Keratex and Ferrier’s Formula Double Strength a month ago, and after just a month, he has his shoes back on and his feet are looking so much better already! The only thing I’ve yet to notice a difference in is the toughness of his soles. His hoof wall is looking strong and healthy though!
Date published: 2020-07-23
Rated 4 out of
5
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Krichard757 from
Hoping helps!
I bought this to try and harden my mates soles. This spring has been very rainy and muddy and has made her soles soft. I’ve been putting this on everyday and letting sit for a few seconds while holding hoof up and than after applying on hooves I let her stand on cross ties for a few minutes before putting in her stall for night with bedding so can soak on as much as possible. So far it’s been a month of applying everyday and I haven’t noticed a difference, hoping starts to work and help!
Date published: 2020-05-21
Rated 5 out of
5
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Kathleen from
It really works!
I bought this when my horse threw off 3 shoes in the deep mud of his pasture and I decided to keep him barefoot until Spring. It really kept his feet from breaking up. My ferrier and I love the hoof hardner.
Date published: 2020-04-17
Rated 5 out of
5
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MLanza from
Awesome product!
Ive been using this for my mare who tends to have softer feet. Farrier says its doing it job and keeping her feet solid.
Date published: 2019-09-27
Rated 5 out of
5
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ntennie from
Fast results!
I have used Keratex before, but not for the past few years. Recently, my mare's hooves have been dry and brittle. She kept losing her front shoes and my farrier recommended using it again. I've only been using it for 3 weeks now and I've already noticed a huge improvement. This really is an excellent product for strengthening weak, dry, or brittle hooves. You only apply a very small amount, so the bottle lasts a long time. I just pour some into the cap (about half a capfull) and dip the brush into that so I don't get dirt in the bottle. I couldn't be happier!
Date published: 2019-09-11
Rated 5 out of
5
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Coloradohorsemom from
Awesome product!
I got this for my super soft footed OTTB, it's worked wonders, a must for wet pastures!
Date published: 2019-07-17
Rated 1 out of
5
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ridingchick from
Scary Precautions - Aluminum Chloride Hexahydrate
I get that this stuff seems to work, but has anyone read the precautions? They're pretty scary. "Store locked up...May cause respiratory irritation...May cause damage to organs...May cause cancer...Suspected of causing genetic defects...Take off immediately all contaminated clothing...Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection" These are just the highlights. The precautions take up an entire side of the box.
This is going back.
Date published: 2019-07-04
Rated 5 out of
5
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Lilerv953 from
Amazing Product
My OTTB has awful feet. After an entire year with pads under his shoes, my farrier decided to try going barefoot to help strengthen his feet. I ended up going 3 months without riding because he had no foot left to keep a shoe on and he was lame barefoot. After a month use of this product, our farrier came out and put front shoes on. My horse has now kept his shoes on for 8 weeks- longer than shoes have ever lasted him
Date published: 2019-04-05
Rated 5 out of
5
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TaliaY from
No more thrown shoes!
When I first started riding my horse (a 10yo OTTB) he had dry, brittle hooves. His nail holes would get bigger and he threw a shoe two months in a row just before he was due to be shod. I started him on a SmartPak with a hoof supplement and started using Keratex to strength his hooves while the old, unhealthy hoof grew out. It has been about 6 months and his feet are much improved! After I started the Keratex he didn’t lose another shoe. His hooves are almost completely regrown with healthy hoof now so I think I’ll switch to a hoof oil. I’m sure the oral supplement helps a lot but I feel that the Keratex was key in protecting the weak hoof until stronger hoof could grow in. Here’s a pic of his before hoof. I also took a reviewer’s recommendation and bought a round bottle with brush lid on Amazon, which made application easy.
Date published: 2019-01-12
Rated 5 out of
5
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Calamity from
works great
First time using this product, will not be without it now
Date published: 2018-10-26
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